Andrew Clements (1949-2019)

by Horn Book
Dec 04, 2019 | Filed in Articles & Opinion

Photo: George Clements.

We were sad to learn that Andrew Clements passed away late last month. Perhaps best known as the author of Frindle, Clements wrote over eighty books, many of them school stories. Recent titles include The Friendship War and The Losers Club; read Roger Sutton's Five Questions interview with Clements about The Loser's Club here. Look for more in an upcoming issue of The Horn Book Magazine.

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Marylyn Devlin

I am a retired elementary rdg. teacher. I just recently discovered Andrew Clements' books in another book called "Great Books for Boys". I started with "Extra Credit" which has such strong characters and ideas. I was sorry when it ended. Now I can't get enough esp. because of the pandemic. I wanted to write the author a letter thanking him so i went to his website and discovered that he died 2 yrs. ago at age 70 (my age). What a strange feeling, but because he has written so many books I realize we will be together in spirit.

Posted : Apr 14, 2021 01:17

Kimberly Huff

Such sad news! What a terrific person, a remarkable author, and a wonderful teacher! This is such sad news. I wish his family and friends peace and love. May they know what an impact he had on me and my students.

Posted : Dec 06, 2019 01:36

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